Beauty and the Beak

By Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp,

Book cover of Beauty and the Beak: How Science, Technology, and a 3D-Printed Beak Rescued a Bald Eagle

Book description

Awarded the AAAS/SUBARU SB&F PRIZE for EXCELLENCE in SCIENCE BOOKS and 5 other children's book awards!
"Three words. 3D. Printed beak. Oh come on, you aren't impressed? Well, check out the back matter on this book and you will be. It's insane!" ―School Library Journal

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1 author picked Beauty and the Beak as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

A wounded bald eagle getting a new beak made from a 3D printer—what’s not to love?! This is a great story of wildlife rehabilitation and ingenuity that’s sure to suck kids in. And while I’m usually more drawn to illustrated books, the photos in this book bring the reality of this story to life in the way only photos can. It’s such a compelling true tale, which will help kids grow more compassion and curiosity for our feathered friends.

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